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#120: Do You Really Need a Meal Plan? (Busting Meal Planning Myths)19 Nov 202501:08:55

Think you don't need a meal plan? Or winging it is easier? We're busting the biggest meal planning myths today, and you might be surprised at what you've been believing.

In this episode, we're tackling the misconceptions that keep people from experiencing the true benefits of meal planning. From "it's only for organized people" to "my handwritten list is working just fine" (spoiler: it's not), we're setting the record straight. If you've been resisting meal planning because of any of these myths, this episode will change your mind. 

Plus, we're answering more dinner dilemmas, including how to navigate multiple food allergies and preferences in one household, cooking without common seasonings like garlic and onions, and what to do when you're too exhausted to even think about dinner.

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#119: When Nothing Sounds Good for Dinner05 Nov 202500:45:10

This week, we're diving into dinner dilemmas that hit close to home because even meal planning pros get stuck in ruts!

Ever meal plan for "fantasy you" only to realize real you has karate, dance class, and zero energy? We've all been there. In this episode, we're tackling picky eaters and food sensitivities, breaking free from the same-five-recipes cycle, and making meal planning work with tiny kitchens and limited storage.

Plus, we share our go-to hacks for when nothing sounds good.

You'll walk away with practical strategies to keep dinner interesting without spending hours in the kitchen or breaking your budget. Because meal planning should make life easier, not harder.

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#110: Grocery Shopping Secrets: What You Didn't Know About Dairy and Eggs02 Jul 202500:58:02

In this episode, we continue our book club breakdown of Grocery Shopping Secrets by Carol Ann Kates, focusing on the chapters about dairy and eggs. From how to properly freeze milk and cream to understanding egg labels at the grocery store, this chapter is full of useful, often surprising, information.

We discuss why some butters have more flavor and how gelato compares to ice cream. We also cover how dairy fat content affects taste and texture, and share practical tips for storing both dairy and eggs to preserve freshness and quality.

If you want to understand the food in your fridge better, this episode is for you!

Mentions:

Souper Cubes Freezer Trays
Unexpected Cheddar from Trader Joe’s
Grocery Shopping Secrets by Carol Ann Kates

Roni's California Burrito Recipe

Riley's Chicken Pizza Crust Recipe 

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#25: Modern Comfort Food with Food Blogger LaKita Anderson27 Jul 202200:35:50

Join us for an interview with food blogger LaKita Anderson of simplylakita.com.  Her food blog shares simple weekly recipes with a modern twist on comfort food. She began blogging as a way to share her family recipes and love of food photography. What began as a creative hobby, developed into a small business and she was able to grow her creative passion into a full-time career.
We talked with her about how she learned to cook and bake, how she makes comfort food modern, and the baking competition her family has every year. We had so much fun talking to LaKita and we hope you enjoy this episode!

Find her copycat toasted steak sandwich recipe

Find her online:
Blog - https://www.simplylakita.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/simplylakita/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SimplyLakita

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[Feature Friday]: Menus22 Jul 202200:05:44

Learn how and when to use the Menus feature in this quick Feature Friday episode!

Read more about the Menus feature here: https://learn.plantoeat.com/help/using-menus-with-the-meal-planner

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#24: Tips for Saving Time in the Kitchen and Meal Prep20 Jul 202200:43:03

Join us for this episode on saving time in the kitchen and tips for meal prepping. Saving time is often about planning ahead, which mean you’re doing your future self a favor! Some of these tips are for super quick and efficient meals with little prep and others will simply help you make meal prepping simpler. We hope you enjoy!

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#23: Interview with The GAPS Chef, Monica Corrado, on Food as Medicine 13 Jul 202200:59:22

Join us for an interview with Monica Corrado, also known as The GAPS Chef. Monica is a teaching chef, speaker, author, and consultant who has spent the last 20 years illuminating the connection between real food and vibrant health. Monica has taught people why and how to cook nourishing, traditional food all over the globe. Monica has authored six books so far, her most recent The Complete Cooking Techniques for the GAPS Diet!

We got to chat with Monica about how and why she started her real food journey, what the GAPS diet involves, and why someone might try this style of eating. We learned so much information from this interview and we hope you will too!

Connect with Monica on her website: https://simplybeingwell.com/

FB: Simply Being Well: Cooking for Wellbeing and Ask The GAPS Chef Monica Corrado
IG: mcsimplybeingwell

Get 15% off her book The Complete Cooking Techniques for the GAPS Diet here: https://www.seleneriverpress.com/coupon/CompleteMyGAPSebook/

Relevant links:
https://gaps.me/
Polyface Farm
How to make meat stock.


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#22: Interview with Nicole Prom on Hashimoto's and AIP 06 Jul 202200:45:39

Join us this week for an in-depth conversation with Nicole Prom about Hashimoto's Disease, an autoimmune disorder, and the Autoimmune Protocol diet. 
Nicole has a Masters of Science and Education Specialist Degree in School Psychology. She was a school psychologist for 7 years before becoming a stay-at-home mom. She now has three boys, including identical twins!
We talk with Nicole about managing multiple food allergies with a family of five, how she maintains her thyroid health, and much more!

Learn more about AIP
Creamy Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe

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Add her as a Friend in Plan to Eat: thewayitreallyis
www.TheWayitReallyIs.com
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#21: Food Storage - Clean Out and Organize Your Cupboards!29 Jun 202200:37:33

Join us for a conversation about organizing your food storage! We went through our own cupboards to clean out and organize the dry goods we keep on hand. We documented our processes and share them with you (and each other) in this episode. We hope you're inspired to do a little cupboard clean out of your own!

Find the recipes Riley and Roni talk about in this episode:

Beef and Cauliflower Taco Skillet
Pineapple Mango Salsa


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#20: Customer Q&A with Katie Kimball, Fostering Positive Relationships with Food and People 22 Jun 202200:43:14

You asked questions and we got answers!
Our first customer Q&A is all about kids eating habits with special guest Katie Kimball!
In this Q&A Katie gives us her "toolbox terms" for getting kids to try foods they claim to hate. We learn how your toddler's highchair could be contributing to their eating behavior. She explains the difference between how a child and adult's tastebuds handle sugar and so much more!
Listen to learn how to help your kids foster a positive relationship with food and people!

Listen to our first interview with Katie here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1869657/10586204

Connect with Katie:
https://kidscookrealfood.com/
@kidscookrealfood
TedxTalk on Picky Eating

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#19: Feeding Teens and Older Children with Debbie Brosnan15 Jun 202200:51:51

We are so excited to be joined again by Debbie Brosnan of The Effortless Kitchen! We originally talked with Debbie in Episode #9 about her virtual cooking class business. Today we have her back to talk about how she manages to feed and parent three teenagers. Spoiler Alert: it's not easy! We hope this conversation with Debbie gives you tips to try with your older children and some comfort knowing you're not the only one going through the hard phases of parenting! 

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#18: Summer Seasonal Foods Episode with So Many Recipes!08 Jun 202200:34:03

It's Summer and we're excited to talk about all the yummy in-season produce! Join us this week as we give you a rundown of what's in season during the Summer months. We get nerdy on cherries and eggplant, Roni teaches you how to choose the perfect melon, and Riley explains how you can re-grow your produce indoors! We also share a bunch of new recipes to add to your summer meal plans. Enjoy!

Links from this episode:
The Campout Cookbook Review
5 Steps to Starting your Garden from Scratch
World's Largest Cherry Pie

Find the recipes Riley and Roni talk about in this episode:
Corn and Zucchini Salad
Chicken Burgers with Avocado and Corn Salsa
Watermelon and Radish Salad
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
Corn Fritters
Garlic Parmesan Baked Eggplant
Tomato Avocado Pasta Salad
Cherry Salsa
Sweet Cherry & Onion Chutney 


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#17: Interview with Katie Kimball on Picky Eaters and Getting Your Kids in the Kitchen01 Jun 202200:43:48

We had the pleasure of interviewing Katie Kimball of Kitchen Stewardship and Kids Cook Real Food!
Katie Kimball is a cookbook author, Certified Stress Mastery Educator, two-time TEDx speaker, and regular TV contributor who has shared her journey to real food and natural living since 2009 at Kitchen Stewardship, a blog that helps families stay healthy without going crazy.  Along with her 4 children, she created the Kids Cook Real Food eCourse to help other parents teach their kids to cook, build family connection in the kitchen, and supercharge kids’ confidence and creativity.

We talked with Katie about starting her businesses, her Tedx Talks about picky eating and developing critical thinking skills in kids, and how she helps families make small changes that have big impacts on their eating habits.

Links and recipes from this episode:
Cheeseburger Soup Recipe
Katie's Monday Missions
Dr. Kay Toomey's website
Picky Eating Isn't About the Food | Katie Kimball | TEDxHartford
What if Kids Never Build Critical Thinking Skills? | Katie Kimball | TEDxBismarck

Katie's blog post on 5 Keys for Motivating Your Kids to Cook


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#109: Dinner Dilemmas: Busy Schedules, New to Cooking, and Flexible Planning25 Jun 202500:24:59

This is a special bonus episode with answers to your Dinner Dilemmas! Check out this episode for answers to questions about getting started with the paleo diet, having different preferences than your spouse, cooking with busy after-work schedules, budgeting, and more!

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If you’re enjoying the podcast, the best way to support us is to share it with a friend or family member who could use a little mealtime inspiration.

Thanks for listening, and we’ll be back next week with more from Grocery Shopping Secrets!

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#16: Interview with Carolyn from All Day I Dream About Food about Going Keto18 May 202200:52:19

Join Riley and Roni for a fun conversation with Carolyn about food, recipes, the keto diet, and so much more! Carolyn Ketchum is the evil mastermind behind the popular keto blog All Day I Dream About Food and the best-selling author of The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking. A major carnivore and an unrepentant sweet tooth, she is devoted to creating innovative and delicious low carb recipes that don't sacrifice on flavor. See Carolyn in action on her YouTube channel or catch her on Facebook.

Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fooddreamer/

Full list of her keto books: https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/keto-cookbooks/

Find the recipes Carolyn talks about in this episode:
Devil’s Food Cake – Keto and Sugar-Free
Low Carb Chocolate Buttercream Frosting


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[Feature Friday]: The Staples List 13 May 202200:04:59

It's another quick hit of Plan to Eat know-how with The Staples List! Get to know what the Staples List is and how Riley and Roni use it for their weekly shopping lists.
Read about more the Staples list for the app.
And the website


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#15: How We Create Meal Plans on a Budget 04 May 202200:34:06

This week, Roni and Riley pull back the curtains on their own meal plans and how they plan recipes to save money. This episode is full of tips they found helpful for saving money on groceries, but a highlight of their meal plans was intentionality. The simple act of planning recipes with a purpose did a lot to help them stick to a budget. We hope you learn a few tips and tricks from this episode!

Read our blog detailing the tips shared in this episode and see pictures of Riley and Roni's meal plans: https://www.plantoeat.com/blog/2022/05/how-we-create-meal-plans-on-a-budget/

Find the recipes Riley and Roni talk about in this episode:

Baked Lemon Pasta
Melt-in-your-mouth Chicken
Cheddar Zucchini Waffles
One Skillet Chili Bake 


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#14: Interview with a Plan to Eat Customer, Abigail O'Neel20 Apr 202200:33:29

This week Riley and Roni interview a real Plan to Eat customer, Abigail O'Neel. She's used Plan to Eat for over three years, ever since her mother gifted her a subscription. We chat about her meal planning process, our favorite Plan to Eat features, and tips and tricks for overcoming meal planning challenges! If you love Plan to Eat and want to learn how other people use the program, this one's for you!

Find the recipes talked about in this episode:
Keto Taco Pie
Low Carb Egg in a Hole
Ina Garten's Company Pot Roast Recipe
Calla's Clean Eats Brownie Baked Oatmeal

Connect with the PTE Podcast account for recipes:  https://app.plantoeat.com/hi/PTEPod

Abigail is a ministry wife and the founder and host of The About Her Podcast. She is a graduate of Cedarville University and will soon complete a Masters of Divinity in Christian Ministry at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, located in Louisville, KY. She and her husband, Caleb, enjoy serving together in their local church, traveling, exploring new restaurants, and baking or cooking together in the kitchen.

You can connect with her online and through her podcast:
Instagram: @abigail.oneel or @theaboutherpodcast    
Website:  www.abigailoneel.com
Podcast: Apple Podcasts or Spotify 




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#13: Meal Planning Basics with The Plan to Eat Experts06 Apr 202200:30:35

We're breaking down the basics of meal planning! This week, Riley and Roni go over the steps to create a successful meal plan, why meal planning is important at all, and some practical tips for how to plan ahead. We love talking about planning and this episode is full of advice for beginners and expert meal planners alike. We hope you enjoy!

Find the recipes Riley and Roni talk about in this episode:
Winter Crunch Salad
Skinnytaste Lasagna Soup




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[Feature Friday]: The Cooking View 01 Apr 202200:05:24

This Feature Friday is focused on the Cooking View in Plan to Eat! Take your Plan to Eat recipes into the kitchen on your tablet, laptop, or phone using the Cooking View.

Learn more about the cooking view in this help article: https://learn.plantoeat.com/help/the-cooking-view


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#12: Spring Seasonal Foods with Joy Manning23 Mar 202200:41:26

Spring is just around the corner and we can't wait for all the new fresh produce! This week, Riley and Roni are joined by Joy Manning, a food journalist and Edible Magazine editor, to go over what's coming into season in the Spring. Per usual, we share tons of recipes and Joy gives us some great tips for making simple meals with fresh produce. This episode is full of veggies on toast, veggies in pasta, and veggies to make pesto! We hope you enjoy!

Find the recipes Riley and Roni talk about in this episode:
Grilled Asparagus Subs with Smoky French Dressing
Antipasto Pasta Salad
Freeform Chicken Meatballs - a team favorite!
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
Find all of Joy's recipes and articles on Epicurious here: https://www.epicurious.com/contributors/joy-manning

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Her website: https://www.joymanning.com/
Her podcast, Local Mouthful: https://www.joymanning.com/podcast

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[Feature Friday]: The Freezer Feature in Plan to Eat18 Mar 202200:07:54

Welcome to our first bonus episode! We will be including Feature Friday episodes once a month to help you understand a different feature of Plan to Eat.
This Feature Friday is focused on the Freezer feature in Plan to Eat! This robust feature is great for batch cooking and freezing meals for the future. We give you a rundown of how the feature works and demystify aspects we commonly get questions about.

Check out our help articles related to the Freezer:
The Website Freezer
The App Freezer

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#11: Our Meal Planning and Food Journeys 09 Mar 202200:40:54

Roni and Riley get personal this week and share their experiences with food and meal planning. This episode covers everything from how they ate as kids, when they learned to cook, to their current relationships with food. We hope this episode inspires you to reflect on your own journey with food, what has worked and what hasn't, and how that affects your meal planning. Thanks for listening!

Find the recipes Riley and Roni talk about in this episode:
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta
Riley's Elk Sliders


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#10: Interview with Crystal Melanson on Functional Health and Wellness 23 Feb 202200:33:51

Join us for an interview with Crystal Melanson, a board certified holistic practitioner and nutritionist! We talk about her approach to functional health, how to get your family onboard with dietary changes, and food as preventative healthcare.

Find Crystal online:
Website: https://www.crystalmelanson.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrystalMelansonFertility
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalmelanson.ccn

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Crystal's Tajin Recipe
10 Moroccan Tajine Recipes


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#108: How to Select Fresh Fruits and Vegetables - Grocery Shopping Secrets18 Jun 202501:02:21

We're continuing our Book Club Breakdown of Grocery Shopping Secrets by Carol Ann Kates. This week we're diving into the sections on selecting fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs/spices at the grocery store!

These chapters have SO much information about produce including fun tidbits, how to select the best produce, how to store it to keep it fresh longest, and seasonal availability. There are tips for how to freeze and preserve produce as well with exact instructions, so you'll never question what to do!
 

Featured Recipes:

Riley's Tuscan Chicken
Roni's Chicken Tinga

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#9: Interview with Debbie Brosnan of The Effortless Kitchen09 Feb 202200:39:51

In this episode, we interviewed Debbie Brosnan a personal chef turned virtual cooking class instructor! Debbie is a passionate self taught home cook who began her journey cooking alongside her mother and grandmother as a young child. Her focus is on healthy food that tastes amazing using simple recipes.  We chatted with Debbie about her business, how she got started as an entrepreneur, making cooking simple, getting your kids in the kitchen, and so much more! Don't miss this inspiring interview!

Debbie's favorite kitchen tools:
Microplane Grater
Mini Angled Measuring Cup

Find the recipes in this episode:
Debbie's Marinara Sauce

Connect with Debbie:
Get Debbie's recorded Potato Leek Soup class here: https://cook.theeffortlesskitchen.com/fosignup
Website: www.theeffortlesskitchen.com
You can e-gift one of Debbie's classes to someone here: https://cook.theeffortlesskitchen.com/SeasonalEGift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theeffortlesskitchenbyDebbie
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#8: How and Why to Eat Seasonally: Winter Edition26 Jan 202200:23:49

In this episode, we dive into seasonal eating! Eating seasonally means eating the fruits and vegetables that naturally grow in abundance during specific times or seasons of the year. We chat about why it's important to eat seasonally, how to eat seasonally in the winter, and what foods are actually in season during the winter months. This episode is full of recipes and seasonal eating tips!

Winter seasonal eating tips: Slow Food USA

Read our accompanying blog post on winter seasonal eating: https://www.plantoeat.com/blog/2022/01/learning-to-eat-seasonally-winter-edition/

Find the recipes Riley and Roni talk about in this episode:

Creamy Butternut Squash, Carrot and Ginger Soup
Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage, Apple, and Root Veggie Dinner
Tilapia with Tangerine Salsa
Roasted Beets recipe
Spicy Roasted Delicata Squash Recipe
Chorizo Sweet Potato Skillet



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#7: A Look Back at 2021 with The Plan to Eat Podcast12 Jan 202200:28:01
#6: Interview with MacKenzie Koppa on Planning for New Years Goals29 Dec 202100:47:37

Join Riley and Roni for an interview with MacKenzie Koppa all about getting ready for new goals and habits in the New Year! MacKenzie shares her favorite books, apps, and planning tools to make her New Year's planning simple.

Find MacKenzie:
Her Podcast: https://mackenziekoppa.com/podcast
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mackenziekoppa/
On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTSv0F136fqpF9x5KLGnw6w
Her Website: https://mackenziekoppa.com/

The Feel Good Effect - Robin Conley Downs
Do Less - Kate Northrup
In the Flo - Alisa Vitti

Moody Month App
Asana Rebel App
PowerSheets by Cultivate What Matters

Better! Podcast with Dr. Stephanie Estima

Find the recipe MacKenzie talks about in this episode:
One Skillet Creamy Artichoke Chicken Marsala and Orzo


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#5: Holiday Traditions in the UK with Hannah Drake15 Dec 202100:45:37

In this episode, we interview Hannah Drake, an American living in England, about how holiday traditions are different, and the same, in the two countries. Join us for a fun conversation about Christmas markets, a hot chocolate bar, and British traditions! 
Happy Holidays from Plan to Eat!

Find the recipes Riley, Roni, and Hannah talk about in this episode:
Goose Fat Roast Potatoes
Salmon Sushi Bowls
Beef and Mushroom Carbonara
Chicken and Sweet Potatoes with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
 

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#4: Sticking to a Budget at the Grocery Store01 Dec 202100:31:17

In this episode, Riley and Roni explore ways they save money on groceries from bulk shopping to using coupons. If you're looking for ways to cut back on your grocery bill, this episode is for you!

Find the recipes Riley and Roni talk about in this episode:

Re-share: Freeform Chicken and Meatballs
Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi  Soup (Olive Garden Copycat)
Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas

Read our review of YNAB: https://www.plantoeat.com/blog/2020/01/you-need-a-budget-review/


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#3: Interview with Clint Bounds, Owner and Founder of Plan to Eat17 Nov 202100:31:12

Join us for our very first interview! It was a privilege to interview our boss, the owner and founder of Plan to Eat, Clint Bounds. We travel back in time with him to learn about what he did before Plan to Eat, why he created the program, and how it has grown since! He shares some great advice for entrepreneurs and those looking to find the "magic" in their work. 

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#2: What the Heck is Meal Planning?03 Nov 202100:32:12

If you're not sure what meal planning involves, this episode is for you! We offer meal planning tips for any type of planner and give an overview of the Cook, Plan, and Shop sections of Plan to Eat. Plus, we highlight a few features and help you understand what it's like to meal plan with Plan to Eat.

Read our related blog post on the top 5 benefits of meal planning: https://www.plantoeat.com/blog/2021/10/the-5-top-benefits-of-meal-planning/

Find the recipes Riley and Roni talked about:

Healthier Homemade One Pot Hamburger Helper
Riley's GF Mac and Cheese


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#1: Welcome to the Plan to Eat Podcast!20 Oct 202100:28:42

In this episode, Riley and Roni introduce you to the meal planning app, Plan to Eat, and interview each other! Learn why Plan to Eat was started and how the two of them came to work at the company.

Find the recipes Riley and Roni talk about in this episode:
Freeform Chicken Meatballs with Carrots and Yogurt Sauce
 Buffalo Chicken Bites

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#107: Book Club Breakdown: Grocery Shopping Secrets04 Jun 202501:05:56

We’re kicking off a brand new Book Club Breakdown with Grocery Shopping Secrets by Carol Ann Kates!

In this first episode of our multi-part series, we’re delving into the early chapters, discussing grocery budgets, pantry clean-outs, sneaky food labels, and how a well-planned shopping trip can save you money!

We share what we learned, what surprised us, and the simple ways you can save money without overhauling your life. Let's learn how to spend less and shop smarter!

The book: Grocery Shopping Secrets by Carol Ann Kates

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Recipes shared:

Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta
Gluten-Free Naan Bread

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#106: How to Meal Plan Before, During, and After Vacation21 May 202500:41:48

It's almost Summer and we're tackling vacation meal planning in this episode!

Vacations are for slowing down and making memories, not stressing about what’s for dinner. In this episode, we’re talking about how to meal plan - before, during, and after your trip - to keep things simple and stress-free.

Whether you're road-tripping with snacks in the cooler or coming home to an already-planned grocery list, a little planning goes a long way! Enjoy!

Our new book club pick!

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#105: Dinner Dilemmas: Managing Leftovers, Freezer Chaos, and Picky Eaters07 May 202500:58:09

In this episode, we dive into a seasonal favorite: spring cleaning! But instead of tackling closets and garages, we're talking about cleaning out your fridge, freezer, pantry, and even your Plan to Eat recipe book to freshen up your meal-planning routine.

Plus, we answer multiple Dinner Dilemmas! This week covers:

  • How to reduce food waste and grocery costs by planning with what you already have
  • Tips for cooking with chronic illness or unpredictable energy levels
  • Easy ways to adjust meals for picky eaters without making two dinners
  • How to organize multiple freezers 
  • Making batch cooking easier and more approachable

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Our pantry clean-out episode from 2022
Our new book club pick!

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#104: Turn Up The Heat: The Final Element of Good Cooking23 Apr 202501:00:45

It’s the final episode in our Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat breakdown. This week is all about Heat - the element of transformation. Whether you’re roasting, simmering, searing, or baking this chapter details the nuances of it all!

We explore how heat affects ingredients, including their flavor and texture, and how to gain confidence in applying heat for the best results. As with all the elements, the way to get the best result is to know what you're after. Do you want food that's crisp, tender, chewy, or soft? Heat is the key to developing any of those textures!

Plus, we answer a couple of Dinner Dilemmas!

Find Debbie's Cookbook here: https://mybook.link/book/1946694851

Thanks for coming along for the ride through Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat. We're choosing another book to breakdown soon - be on the lookout for the announcement on Instagram!

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#103: Why Acid Is a Game Changer in Your Cooking09 Apr 202500:50:21

We’re back with another episode in our Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat series, and this week it’s all about Acid! Acid is the unsung hero of flavor - it brightens, balances, and brings depth to your dishes. 

In this episode, we dive into the science of acid in cooking (and how it shocked us!), how it affects the color and texture of foods, and why it's called salt's "alter ego".

You’ll also learn:

  • The most common types of acid used in cooking
  • How to layer acid for a flavor-balanced meal
  • Why acid is key to elevating even the simplest dishes

And as always, we wrap up with a few Dinner Dilemmas - real questions from you about meal planning and home cooking.

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#102: The Secret to Rich, Flavorful Cooking - Fat! 26 Mar 202500:45:13

We’re continuing our "book club breakdown" of Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat by Samin Nosrat, and this week is all about Fat! Fat does much more than add richness - it carries flavor, creates texture, and is essential for balanced, delicious meals.

Ever wondered why you don't like the taste of olive oil? Or why your food gets soggy instead of crispy? We’ll break it all down and share practical tips for using fat effectively in your cooking.

Plus, we’re wrapping up with more answers to your Dinner Dilemmas! We're tackling your real-life meal planning questions to make home cooking easier.

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#101: The Power of Salt: A Deep Dive into Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat12 Mar 202500:51:02

We’re kicking off our breakdown of Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat by Samin Nosrat, and this week, it’s all about Salt! Salt is the key to unlocking flavor - it enhances taste, balances sweetness, and transforms bland dishes into something truly delicious.

 In this episode, we explore how salt impacts cooking, why it’s essential, and how to use it effectively in your home kitchen. If you’ve ever wondered how to season your food like a pro, this episode is for you!

Plus, we’re wrapping up with answers to your Dinner Dilemmas, tackling real-life meal planning questions to help make your home cooking easier.

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#118: Advanced Meal Planning Strategies22 Oct 202500:45:36

This is the final episode in our Meal Plan Like a Pro Series, and today we're helping you go beyond the basics with advanced meal planning techniques.

When you are an advanced meal planner, you're able to adapt and make changes on the fly without getting flustered. You become a meal planning strategist. In this episode, we discuss three strategies that advanced planners can use to get the most out of their meal plans. Plus, we break down how you can make these strategies possible with Plan to Eat!

Find Amylee's interview mentioned in this episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1869657/episodes/10944566


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#100: Celebrating 100 Episodes of the Plan to Eat Podcast!26 Feb 202500:54:19
#99: Eating Healthy on a Tight Budget with Kimberley Gillan12 Feb 202500:48:26

Kimberley Gillan, food security expert and author of HOW LOW CAN YOU GO?: Nutritious Meals from $50 Per Week, joins the pod for an insightful discussion on eating healthy without breaking the bank. Her book is a game changer for families and individuals looking to make nutritious, budget-friendly meals a reality.

In this episode, we explore the impact of rising food costs on diets and budgets, practical strategies for making sustainable dietary choices on a tight budget, and actionable tips to lower your grocery bill while maintaining nutrition. Kimberley also shares her go-to budget-friendly pantry staples and secrets for saving money on fresh meat and produce.

Packed with valuable advice and real-world tips, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to eat well and spend less. Enjoy!

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#98: Improve Your Home Cooking with These Tips and Tricks!29 Jan 202501:02:52

Join Roni and Riley as we dive into the topic of home-cooked food and share our favorite cooking tips and tricks. In this episode, we explore our personal journeys to becoming home cooks, including the lessons we've learned along the way and the people and resources that have inspired us. 
Whether you're a newbie in the kitchen or looking for fresh ideas to elevate your cooking, this conversation is packed with insights to help you level up your home-cooked recipes and feel more confident in the kitchen! Enjoy!

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#97: Adoption, Meal Planning, and Big Family Cooking with Heather Bell15 Jan 202500:52:45

Heather Bell of @JusttheBells10 is a mother of eight and is a viral cooking and lifestyle influencer. She and her husband, Luke, hail from Michigan where they provide eggs to local grocery stores and restaurants. They raise Clydesdale horses and beef cows, and they operate a masonry business as well. She is the debut author of Mama Bell's Big Family Cooking: 100+ Big-Batch Homestyle Recipes Your Family Is Gonna Love!
Today, we talk about how her large family came together through adoption and how she managed a house full of growing kids! Heather talks about the joy and connection that food brings to her family and how that inspired her recent cookbook. Enjoy!

Find Heather's Cookbook here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Mama-Bells-Big-Family-Cooking/Heather-Bell/9781507222614
Heather's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justthebells10/

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#96: The Ultimate Positive Change for 2025 - Homecooked Meals!18 Dec 202400:54:04

What if we told you cooking more meals at home could help you save money, eat healthier, and spend more quality time with your family? 
In this episode, Roni and Riley talk about the different reasons why home cooking needs to be your 2025 resolution! Home-cooked meals have this amazing ripple effect on basically all aspects of our lives and we want to encourage you to cook at home more in the new year. This episode will help you stop making excuses and overcome the barriers you might encounter when it comes to making more home-cooked meals. Enjoy! 

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#95: Ancestral Eating in a Modern World with Alison Kay04 Dec 202400:53:54

Alison Kay is a food writer, teacher, and podcaster. She specializes in bringing the wisdom of ancestral food to modern kitchens in a joyful and practical way so that you can learn without overwhelm and make traditional foods part of your life.
In today's episode, we talk about Alison's journey from veganism to ancestral eating and how changing her diet helped her overcome struggles with fertility. Alison is a wealth of knowledge about traditional foods, ancestral eating, and prioritizing local foods in one's life. This is a great introduction to ancestral eating and traditional foods! Enjoy!

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https://ancestralkitchen.com/about/

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#94: How to Have a More Meaningful Holiday Meal20 Nov 202400:46:09

Join Riley and Roni for a conversation about reducing the craziness around holiday meal planning and prep. We dissect planning, food prep, managing leftovers, and adopting a new mindset to maximize enjoyment! We hope this episode helps you accept the imperfections and get the most fulfillment from your holiday meals this season. Cheers and Enjoy!

The Eisenhower Matrix
Questions for Humans Cards

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#93: Cook at Home to Save Your Finances with Julien and Kiersten of Rich and Regular06 Nov 202400:45:13

Julien and Kiersten Saunders are authors of Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game By Walking Away published by Penguin Random House. They are the creative voices behind the blog richandregular.com, hosts/producers of the award-winning video series, Money on the Table, and hosts of the rich & REGULAR podcast which has earned over 3 million downloads in just two years. Their mission is to inspire better conversations about money.
This episode is focused on eating at home and why learning to cook is one of the best financial investments anyone can make! Julien and Kiersten give their advice and suggestions for learning to cook, how to save time in the kitchen, and how to save time and money on your upcoming holiday meals. Enjoy!

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/richandregular/
Podcast: https://richandregular.com/listen/
Website: https://richandregular.com/
Book: https://richandregular.com/cashingout/

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